Do You Know a UK Centenarian? We Want to Hear From You.

Based on recent statistics, the number of people aged 100 and above in the UK has grown by 100% from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.

Between 2004 and 2024, the total of male individuals reaching 100 has tripled from 910 to 3,100. During the identical timeframe, the count of female individuals reaching 100 almost doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.

We are excited to receive stories from centenarians, their family or friends, about what it has been like to live through the past century’s major happenings and developments.

Reflecting: Your Guidance

Thinking back over the years, what advice would you give to your past self? What is your recipe to a long life? Tell us your thoughts.

Contribute Your Journey

Describe your journey of reaching 100 years in the provided form.

Please submit your experience if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish.

Your submissions, which can be confidential, are safe as the entry system is secured. We will solely utilize the data you provide for the purpose of this story.

How to Reach Us

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• Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., age and what you do) – Not required
• Share your experience of being a centenarian – Provide extensive information
• Share an image – If you wish (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
• Personal data – mobile number and contact email – Optional

How We Use Your Story

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1. Yes, without restrictions
2. Yes, but contact me first
3. Yes, but do not use my name
4. No, do not publish

Further Involvement

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• Both sound and visual
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